Day 1: Depart from Home Country

Day 2: Arrival in Istanbul — Bosphorus Cruise — Overnight in Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul and check in at the hotel. After a short rest, embark on a leisurely Bosphorus boat cruise, enjoying views of both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul. Dinner and overnight stay in Istanbul. (D)

Day 3: Istanbul City Tour & Fly to Antalya
Morning city tour of Istanbul, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Topkapi Palace. Visit the Archaeological Museum and Museum of the Ancient Orient. Afternoon transfer to the airport for a flight to Antalya, located on the Mediterranean coast. Dinner and overnight stay in Antalya. (B, D)

Day 4: Ancient Ruins of Perge, Aspendos, and Antalya Museum — Overnight in Antalya
Explore the ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos, including one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. Visit the Antalya Archaeological Museum. Late afternoon is free to explore Antalya. Dinner and overnight in Antalya. (B, D)

Day 5: Colossae, Laodicea, and Hierapolis — Overnight in Pamukkale
Morning visit to the ancient ruins of Colossae and Laodicea, where Christian history was made. Continue to Hierapolis and the famous "Cotton Castle" terraces of Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale. (B, D)

Day 6: Didyma, Miletus, and Priene — Overnight in Kusadasi
Discover the Temple of Apollo in Didyma, the ancient city of Miletus, and the well-preserved ruins of Priene. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D)

Day 7: Boat Trip to Patmos — Overnight in Kusadasi
Embark on a boat trip to Patmos, visiting the site of St. John's revelation. Return to Kusadasi for dinner and overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 8: Ephesus Tour — Overnight in Kusadasi
Full-day exploration of the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Terrace Houses, Temple of Artemis, and the Basilica of St. John. Visit the Ephesus Museum to see incredible artifacts. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D)

Day 9: Sardis, Philadelphia, Thyatira — Overnight in Bergama
Visit Sardis, Philadelphia, and Thyatira, three of the Seven Churches of Revelation. Continue to the ancient city of Bergama for overnight. (B, D)

Day 10: Pergamum — Overnight in Assos
Visit the acropolis of Pergamum, one of the Seven Churches, and explore the ancient healing center at Asclepion. Evening transfer to Assos for dinner and overnight stay. (B, D)

Day 11: Assos, Alexandria Troas, Troy — Overnight in Canakkale
Visit the ancient city of Assos, the site of Alexandria Troas, and Troy, home to the legendary Trojan Horse. Overnight in Canakkale. (B, D)

Day 12: Cross into Greece — Overnight in Kavala
Cross the border into Greece and travel to Kavala (ancient Neapolis). Dinner and overnight stay in Kavala. (B, D)

Day 13: Philippi, Thessaloniki — Overnight in Thessaloniki
Visit Philippi, the site of the first Christian church in Europe. In the afternoon, enjoy a short city tour of Thessaloniki. Dinner and overnight in Thessaloniki. (B, D)

Day 14: Vergina, Berea, and Meteora Monasteries — Overnight in Kalambaka
Explore the royal tombs at Vergina, the site where King Philip II (father of Alexander the Great) was buried. Visit Berea, then head to the Meteora monasteries perched atop rock formations. Dinner and overnight in Kalambaka. (B, D)

Day 15: Delphi and Athens — Overnight in Athens
Travel to Delphi to visit the Temple of Apollo, the ancient theater, and the archaeological museum. Continue to Athens for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 16: Corinth and Mycenae — Overnight in Athens
Morning excursion to Corinth to explore ancient ruins and sites connected to the Apostle Paul. Visit Mycenae, then return to Athens to visit the archaeological site of Cenchreae. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B, L, D)

Day 17: Acropolis and City Tour — Overnight in Athens
Morning visit to the Acropolis, including the Parthenon and Erechtheion. Explore Mars Hill (Areopagus), where Paul delivered his famous sermon. The afternoon is free for shopping or visiting additional museums. Dinner and overnight in Athens. (B, D)

Day 18: Departure from Athens
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (B)